In Friedel Craft, Alkylation AICI3 is used to generate
Correct answer: C. Strong electrophile
- A. Strong nucleophile
- B. Weak nucleophile
- C. Strong electrophile
- D. Weak electrophile
Explanation
In Friedel-Crafts alkylation, AlCl3 is used to generate a strong electrophile. The AlCl3 coordinates with the alkyl halide, making the halogen a better leaving group. This increases the electrophilicity of the alkyl halide, making it more likely to react with the aromatic ring. The other options are incorrect because AlCl3 does not act as a nucleophile and instead enhances the electrophilicity of the alkyl halide.
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